A significant number of startup firms are actively pursuing nuclear fusion as a viable source for energy generation, a phenomenon that powers stars and hydrogen bombs but has yet to be reliably controlled for terrestrial energy needs.
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Pacific Fusion is constructing a billion-dollar fusion energy machine, aiming to set a new record for sustained fusion reactions while simultaneously studying nuclear weapons. The project is breaking ground adjacent to the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) in California…
LG Energy Solution, a prominent global manufacturer of electric vehicle (EV) batteries, has publicly acknowledged that substantial challenges continue to impede the widespread development and commercialization of solid-state battery technology.
Anthro Energy has broken ground on a novel US factory in Louisville, Kentucky, dedicated to producing materials for grid-scale battery systems. This facility is designed to enhance the safety of lithium-ion batteries, a critical component for stabilizing electrical grids…
Chinese automotive conglomerate Geely Holding Group is actively testing a prototype solid-state battery that has demonstrated an impressive driving range exceeding 1,000 kilometers, equivalent to over 621 miles. This cutting-edge battery technology is being developed by Zeekr, a premium electric…
Geely is preparing to launch a revolutionary next-generation solid-state electric vehicle (EV) battery, boasting an impressive energy density of up to 500 Wh/kg. This significant advancement means the battery cells would store approximately double the energy per kilogram compared…
The latest edition of 'The Download,' a daily technology newsletter, highlights two significant developments: the rise of online support networks for young people grappling with a 'polycrisis,' and a burgeoning interest in naturally occurring underground hydrogen as a potential climate…
The United States' pursuit of critical mineral independence, essential for the burgeoning battery market, is critically dependent on domestic battery recycling, processing, and refinement capabilities. This strategy aims to reduce the nation's reliance on foreign entities, particularly China, which currently…
Aventon has launched a Labor Day Sale, offering significant discounts on its smart e-bikes, including the Soltera 2.5 Lightweight Commuter e-bike, now available for $999. This marks the second discount offered on the 2026 model of the Soltera 2.5.
Researchers have developed a novel lead carboxylates passivation technique that significantly enhances the stability and efficiency of meter-scale perovskite solar modules. This breakthrough, detailed in a publication in Nature on August 12, 2026, addresses critical challenges in scaling up perovskite…
Researchers have published an author correction regarding durable all-inorganic perovskite tandem photovoltaics, addressing a critical aspect for the advancement of solar energy technology. This correction, published online on August 10, 2026, in the journal Nature, with the Digital Object Identifier…
Researchers have developed a novel method for fabricating perovskite/silicon tandem solar cells by employing thermal evaporation, a technique that allows for precise control over material deposition and potentially lower manufacturing costs compared to solution-based methods.
Tonly, a prominent Chinese manufacturer of mining equipment, has achieved a significant milestone by deploying the world's first fleet of sodium-ion battery electric haul trucks for heavy ore mining operations within China.